Throughout their journey here, Wu Yuan showed nothing but politeness and respect for his instructor. However, Zhao Baifan’s sharp senses detected an undercurrent of arrogance in his attitude. 9

Geniuses were proud creatures, and Zhao Baifan was resolved to temper some of that arrogance in Wu Yuan. A genius needed a certain level of self-assurance, but it should never cloud their judgment. She felt that Wu Yuan had allowed all that praise to get to his head.3

“Wu Yuan, follow me,” Zhao Baifan said, leading the way as they ventured deeper into the martial academy. The path was paved with cobblestones, winding and branching off in all directions. Wu Yuan followed along, habitually committing the route to memory.0

"Hehe, if it isn't Senior Sister Zhao?" A gruff voice broke the silence, as two figures emerged...0